Best Selling Books by John Grogan

Follows the life story of an exuberant Labrador retriever who gets into perpetual trouble and experiences a range of inspiring adventures, from shutting down an entire beach to guarding a seventeen-year-old neighbor after a stabbing attack.

Is it possible for humans to discover the key to happiness through a bigger-than-life, bad-boy dog? Just ask the Grogans. John and Jenny were just beginning their life together. They were young and in love, with not a care in the world. Then they brought home Marley, a wiggly yellow furball of a puppy. Life would never be the same. Marley grew into a barreling, ninety-seven-pound streamroller of a Labrador retriever. He crashed through screen doors, gouged through drywall, and stole women''s undergarments. Obedience school did no good -- Marley was expelled. But just as Marley joyfully refused any limits on his behavior, his love and loyalty were boundless, too. Marley remained a model of devotion, even when his family was at its wit''s end. Unconditional love, they would learn, comes in many forms. Marley & Me is John Grogan''s funny, unforgettable tribute to this wonderful, wildly neurotic Lab and the meaning he brought to their lives.

Mommy, Daddy, Cassie, and Baby Louie welcome Marley, their new Labrador pup, into their family. But Marley doesn''t stay a tiny puppy for long. He grows and grows, and the bigger Marley gets, the bigger trouble he gets into. Big, bad-boy trouble. Whether it''s chewing Mommy''s reading glasses or swallowing Daddy''s paycheck, Marley is a dog like no other. He tries to be a good dog, honest he does, but everything he tries ends up bad. Then one day Marley goes too far. Will this family have to find a new home for their big, crazy, pure-hearted dog? Inspired by John Grogan''s bestselling memoir, Marley & Me, this heartwarming story shows that loving someone, flaws and all, can reap huge rewards.

"Bad Dogs Have More Fun" is an unforgettable collection of more than seventy-five newspaper articles from The Philadelphia Inquirer written by former columnist John Grogan. Combining humor, wit, poignancy, and affection, these columns provide insight into the intriguing and wonderful world we live in. Whether it be writing about animals (from dogs to elephants to geese!), powerful and moving comments about his own and other families, trenchant comments on life''s foibles and farces, or his interviews and interactions with people who are memorable and unusual in their own right, John Grogan makes us laugh -- he makes us cry -- he makes us think.

John Grogan tells the story of a son in the making--a journey of love, faith, and family that explores what it means to break away and find the way home once again.

This beautiful illustrated gift edition features: a beautiful cloth cover a unique dog leash bookmark ribbon full-color photos throughout a special note from the author the newspaper column that started it all.... A Gift from the Heart, A Treasure for All Time John Grogan touched our hearts with his #1 New York Times bestseller Marley & Me, the unforgettable story of a family in the making and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life. Lavishly illustrated with never-before-published photographs, this special edition includes a personal message from John Grogan as well as his original Philadelphia Inquirer column that inspired the book. The heartwarming story that has made millions laugh and cry is now a wonderful keepsake for those who love Marley and for those who have yet to meet him.

With the yard all covered in white, Marley''s family is ready to enjoy the first snowfall of the season—and much to everyone''s surprise, Marley is on his best behavior. Could it be that the family''s normally wild puppy is a natural snow dog? Join Marley in this charming new addition to the I Can Read series. With simple text on every page, young readers will delight in reading Marley''s hilarious adventures all by themselves.

Marley can''t wait for his first trip to the ballpark. He is ready to cheer for the home team. But is the home team ready for Marley?

When Marley''s family visits Uncle Bob''s farm, Cassie turns out to be an excellent farmhand but Marley just seems to get in the way. He tries rounding up the chickens, but all he does is excite them. He attempts to herd the sheep, but they think he''s playing a game. Surely there''s something Marley can do to help!

Marley tries to be a good puppy. He really does. Cassie and Baby Louie are taking Mommy and Daddy out for a special lunch. Marley wants to come along, too. He promises to be on his best puppy behavior, but will Marley be able to contain his excitement?

It’s Halloween, the silliest and spookiest night of the year. And when Marley’s around, it’s also the messiest! This year the family is throwing a big Halloween party, and Marley wants to help with the preparations. But in typical Marley fashion, instead of helping he causes havoc. He gets his head stuck in a pumpkin, turns the streamers into confetti, eats all of the Halloween candy, and that’s just the beginning! In this follow-up to the bestselling Bad Dog, Marley!, A Very Marley Christmas, Marley Goes to School, and Marley and the Kittens, John Grogan and Richard Cowdrey spin another web of Marley fun. Hilarious and heartwarming, this tale is perfect for trick-or-treaters everywhere.

Marley, a rambunctious puppy, makes himself at home while causing lots of trouble but then proves in a very dramatic way that he is a valuable member of the household.

With all the excitement of Christmas approaching, it''s no surprise that Marley, the lovable pup with a nose for trouble, wants to get in on the action. Anticipating his very first snowfall and Santa''s arrival, Marley jumps in to help his family every way he can. But Marley, being Marley, always ends up on the wrong side of right. It''s not long before he tears down the twinkle lights, attacks a chain of paper snowflakes, and mistakes the Christmas tree for . . . well . . . his very own indoor bathroom. Will Marley''s good intentions ruin everything before Christmas begins? Or will he manage to share some Christmas magic with his family after all? This follow-up to the #1 bestselling Bad Dog, Marley! delivers a heartfelt holiday story with many hilarious Marley mishaps along the way.

From John Grogan, author of the New York Times bestsellers Bad Dogs Have More Fun, Marley and Me, and The Long Way Home, comes a new collection of more than eighty newspaper articles from the Philadelphia Inquirer written when he was a columnist there. In Life Is Like a Sailboat, John Grogan shows us all sides of the human condition—pieces that reflect his unique understanding of the crazy-quilt world we inhabit. From the fragility of life almost gone in an instant at a crosswalk, to avoiding the shoals of adolescence, to cell phones driving us to distraction (as we drive!), to turning the tables on telemarketers, to the Iraq War coming home to a small town in Pennsylvania—these pieces are filled with insight and sensitivity, laced with humor and understanding. In his own very unique way, John Grogan makes all of us feel more connected to each other and less like strangers living in a strange land.

Meet Marley, a dog like no other! Marley''s family has big hopes when they enter him in the local pet show, but things don''t go as planned. From grooming disasters to chaos backstage, this is one event the town will never forget. Will Marley''s giant personality be enough to take home the prize?

Marley’s family has spent months growing a giant pumpkin to take to the fair. When the big day finally arrives, Mommy, Daddy, Cassie, and Baby Louie try to be extra careful with their blue-ribbon pumpkin. But with a dog like Marley around, being careful isn''t always enough! Young readers will love Marley''s delightfully destructive antics in this I Can Read story.

Woof! Woof! Woof! Marley barks at tricycles. Marley barks at trucks. Marley barks at mailmen . . . neighbors . . . even other dogs! His job is to let his family know when important things happen. But after all his barking, when something really important happens, will Marley’s family still pay attention? Beginning readers will enjoy Marley’s hilarious antics in Marley: The Dog Who Cried Woof, the perfect addition to the I Can Read! series inspired by John Grogan’s bestselling picture books.

When a pair of adorable kittens joins the family, Marley is so excited to have two new friends to play with that he follows the felines everywhere. But Marley is no graceful kitten. By imitating their gentle behavior, he unintentionally makes a mess all over the house and gets into big trouble for it. What did I do this time? he wonders. Marley is afraid he may have lost his number-one status in the household . . . until an unlikely pair reminds him and his family that no one''s purrrrr-fect! In a story that hilariously reveals the differences between cats and dogs, everyone''s favorite misbehaving pup learns from some new friends just how special he really is.

When Marley''s family gets angry at him, Marley runs away from home. Who knew one little dog could get into such big trouble? Will Marley''s family find him?

Marley the rambunctious dog sniffs his way to Cassie''s school and spreads chaos as he searches for her.

Jeepers peepers! Cassie’s class hatched chicks at school, and Cassie gets to bring them home for the weekend to share with her family. The chicks are very cute, but will need a lot of attention . . . which Marley soon finds out. While Cassie is out of the house on a playdate, leaving Marley to babysit, the chicks get loose from their cage and begin to run around the house! Can Marley round up the chicks before Cassie gets back, or will the temptation to have a playdate of his own be too great for him to resist? Find out in this lively Marley I Can Read!

Welcome to Marley''s World! From the kitchen to the backyard, Marley''s mischief knows no bounds. Decorate Marley''s favorite places and activities with this fun, interactive sticker book.

Marley has two new friends in the house—the new kittens, Lucky and Yow-Yow! As the king of the castle, Marley enjoys showing the kittens a few life lessons. Marley shows the kittens where to wait for Cassie to come home from school and where not to sniff, like Baby Louie''s diaper! The kittens show Marley a few things, too, like how to pounce and how to scratch. But when Marley is scared by a thunderstorm, he may find that he doesn''t know everything just yet. Will the kittens have one more important lesson to show their pal Marley?

Marley is back in an I Can Read adventure! When Marley and his family are out for a walk around town, they are pleased to be invited into the fire station for a tour! Unhappily, Marley has to stay behind . . . or at least, that''s what his family says. Before long, Marley has chewed through his leash and is leading his own tour of the firehouse. From the kitchen to the garage, Marley is hot on the trail for some mischief! Young readers will relish this sizzling story!

This expanded work is a successor to Dismissal, which first appeared as the definitive work on that topic in 2002. The book established itself as a trusted companion for lawyers, union officials and others engaged in labour litigation. This new work not only expands and updates the original 22 chapters on dismissal - from unfair dismissals to retrenchment - it now includes comprehensive chapters on unfair labour practices and discrimination law.

Spring has finally arrived! Marley and the family are celebrating with a picnic. Marley is excited about all the signs of spring, from the budding flowers to the flitting butterflies. But is he just a little too excited? Find out in this fun touch-and-feel adventure.

It''s Marley''s first day of obedience school, and boy is he excited! With his naughty ways, Marley is definitely not a model student. Before long, even the teacher realizes it might take more than the usual lessons to get Marley to behave. Will Marley ever learn to sit?

En John i la Jenny són joves, estan enamorats i tot just comencen una vida en comú; són feliços i tot transcorre tranquil·lament fins el dia que decideixen tenir un gos. Es queden un preciós cadellet de labrador que bategen amb el nom de Marley i que, ben aviat, es converteix en una locomotora de quaranta-quatre quilos amb pèssim control sobre el seu cos monumental. Tots els esforços per educar-lo resulten en va, però Marley té un cor pur i molt gran, i si bé rebutja posar límits al seu comportament, l''amor i la lleialtat que professa als seus també són il·limitats. L''amor incondicional, aprenen els Grogan, pot arribar en formes molt estranyes.

When life slams you to the floor, you need a pick-me-up. Grogan''s stories will get you off the floor, get you laughing, and help you put things into perspective! Includes over 100 humorous stories that are certifiably funny.